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Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Bowls

Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Bowls

With these Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Bowls, your kitchen will transform into a tropical haven filled with sweet and savory aromas.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

Scale

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

Sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

2 bell peppers (one yellow, one red), cored and cut into bite-sized pieces

1 small red onion, peeled and cut into bite-sized pieces

1 small fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into bite-sized pieces

⅔ cup good-quality BBQ sauce, homemade or store-bought

Optional toppings: lemon slices, finely chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

  • Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink inside. Transfer to a plate and set aside.

  • Sauté the Vegetables: Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the pan. Stir in the bell peppers and onion, cooking for 3 minutes until slightly softened.

  • Add Pineapple: Toss in the pineapple pieces and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until caramelized and tender.

  • Combine Everything: Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Pour in the BBQ sauce, tossing all ingredients until evenly coated and heated through.

  • Taste and Adjust: Season with extra salt or pepper as needed. Add more BBQ sauce for stronger flavor if desired.

  • Serve: Spoon the mixture over rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice. Garnish with cilantro and lemon slices for a bright finish.

  • Author: Sanji
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes